When planning a trip to Korčula, you have to bear a few things in mind. This Croatian island has a Mediterranean climate like the rest of the Adriatic coast. This means that it has warm and dry summers with mild winters. Knowing weather conditions before the trip allows you to make the best out of it. However, temperatures and rainfall aren’t the only factors you should consider when packing for a trip to Korčula.

What’s the climate like on Korčula?
Korčula is a relatively warm island with an annual average temperature of 16°C. This average can drop down to 9°C in the winter, and rise over 26°C in the summer. However, even considering that it’s surrounded by the sea, daily temperatures don’t vary significantly which is good news when packing for a trip as there aren’t large fluctuations.

It’s also good to know that the number of rainy days is small – around 40 which means you’ll probably have a sunny vacation. However, the temperature might seem lower due to the wind which is often present on the side next to the Pelješac peninsula.

What to wear when visiting Korčula?
The best time to visit Korčula is in the summer months since you’ll get to enjoy the sea. The temperatures in the summer can go well over the average 26°C, so prepare for hot weather. The unofficial dress code for the Croatian coast is cotton and linen which are great breathable fabrics.

Wear sleeveless T-shirts and blouses throughout the day, but always pack a light shirt to protect your shoulders and arms from the Sun. Light shirts are also a must for boat excursions or even a walk in nature. You don’t have to dress fancy, but remember that people live here, so entering stores or museums in a bathing suit isn’t acceptable.

Summer months on Korčula call for short pants of light materials. If you intend to explore the old towns, you can even bring summer dresses and skirts. However, if you’re more interested in nature and hiking, different clothes are needed, such as fast-drying sports clothing.

Since the number of rainy days is so low, you probably won’t need a raincoat or an umbrella, but it’s smart to bring one because of the unexpected rainfalls characteristic of Mediterranean summer. Pack a lightweight raincoat which will fit in any pocket and you’re good to go.

Even though there aren’t big fluctuations in temperature, the difference still exists, so you’ll need a cardigan or a light jacket in the evenings, especially if it’s windy.

Which shoes to bring?
No matter whether you’re exploring the town or nature, you’ll need comfortable shoes. A lot of tourists make the mistake of wearing shoes solely for fashion purposes and forget that they’ll walk a lot. Bring some comfortable open shoes for discovering the seaside and a pair of sneakers for forest trails. You’ll soon discover that a lot of the locals walk around in sandals or loafers.

Korčula has some great hiking and mountain biking trails so make sure to bring equipment if you plan on discovering them. This includes the right shoes, but also large water bottles, snacks, first aid etc. Don’t go discovering nature wearing the same outfit as in the city.

With all these suggestions in mind, only you can decide what you’ll need when visiting Korčula and it largely depends on the style of your trip. Discover the wonderful nature by foot or bike or take a dip in the sea near our beautiful villa – it’s all up to you.